Historical Events
- Det Tigers win AL record 17th straight road game
- Revival of musical "The Wiz" opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater, NYC; runs for 13 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Brodney Pool, American football player (Cleveland Browns), born in Corpus Christi, Texas
- Sarah Hagan, American actress (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), born in Austin, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Vincent J. McMahon, American professional wrestling promoter (b. 1914)
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About May 24, 1984
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 11 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Let's Hear It For The Boy - Deniece Williams
#1 Song: The Reflex - Duran Duran
